RISC-V Interconnect Architect: Configurable RTL Generators

SiFive; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 158,760 - 194,040; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Healthcare

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

A leading hardware technology company in Boston is seeking a staff level hardware engineer to design innovative CPU and interconnect IP. The role involves architecting and implementing advanced interconnect designs, enhancing multi-core performance, and collaborating with verification teams. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in RTL design using Verilog/SystemVerilog, proficient programming skills, and knowledge of bus protocols. This position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Strong background in hardware design and software engineering.
• Proficient in creating high-quality RTL designs.
• Experience with DSLs for hardware expression is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement TileLink interconnect and cache controllers.
• Enhance designs for performance and multi-system coherence.
• Collaborate with verification teams on thorough test plans.

Skills

Knowledge of cache and cache coherency architectures

Experience with NoC interconnect fabrics

Familiarity with bus protocols (AXI, AHB, APB, CHI)

Strong software engineering skills

Proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog/VHDL

Attention to detail

Ability to work well in teams

Education

BS/MS in EE, CE, CS or related technical discipline

Tools

Git

GitHub

Jira

Confluence

Job description

A leading hardware technology company in Boston is seeking a staff level hardware engineer to design innovative CPU and interconnect IP. The role involves architecting and implementing advanced interconnect designs, enhancing multi-core performance, and collaborating with verification teams. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in RTL design using Verilog/SystemVerilog, proficient programming skills, and knowledge of bus protocols. This position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.